Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
102
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 30 | 20 | 31 | 102 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 34 | 29 | 25 | 32 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers outlasted the Rockets 120-102. Trail Blazers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.